Cauliflower Pizza---REALLY!

If you haven't tried Cauliflower Pizza Crust.....you're in for a TOTAL TREAT. This is amazing. Not only is it a perfect food science experiment for your kids (and spouse)---but, it's a great way to indulge in one of America's favorite dishes, without all of the refined carbohydrates.

Even more--what a great way to sneak in some hearty doses of veggies! Pick and choose whichever toppings you like. I've seen anything from traditional sauce and cheese, fresh tomato and basic, turkey pepperoni, roasted veggies--and even Hawaiian!

Cauliflower Pizza 

Here's what you need:

CRUST:
1/2 Large head of cauliflower (or 2 + cups, shredded)
1 Large egg
1 c. Finely shredded mozzarella cheese (or an Italian blend)
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. Onion salt

TOPPING OPTIONS:
Traditional: 1/2 cup all natural marinara sauce and cheese
Margherita: Fresh basil leaves and thinly sliced plum tomatoes
Veggie:Natural marinara sauce and roasted veggies
Hawaiian: Pineapple tidbits, diced ham, mozzarella
Pepperoni: Turkey Pepperoni slices + traditional toppings
or...whatever!

Directions:
1. Shred the cauliflower into small crumbles, using a food processor. Be careful not to puree, though. Place crumbles in a bowl and microwave for about 8 minutes. DO NOT ADD WATER. Allow crumbles to cool.

2. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Spray a cookie sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Mix cauliflower with the remaining crust ingredients and mix well. Pat the crust down onto the baking sheet into a pizza-crust size and shape. Lightly coat crust with cooking spray and bake for about 15 minutes, or until golden. Remove the crust from the oven and turn on the broiler.

3. Spread sauce and toppings of your choice over the pizza, leaving a "crust" border around the edge. Broil the pizza for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese/toppings are bubbly and melted nicely. Remove the pizza from the broiler, slice into wedges and ENJOY!!